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corresponding section of the RFP. It is also helpful to cite the paragraph number, and repeat the text of the requirement as it appears in the section of the RFP. If a response covers more than one page, the paragraph number should be repeated at the top of the next page. The proposal should contain a table of contents, which cross-references the RFP requirements. Information which the Offeror desires to present that does not fall within any of the requirements of the RFP should be inserted at an appropriate place or be attached at the end of the proposal and designated as additional material. Proposals that are not organized in this manner risk elimination from consideration if the evaluators are unable to find where the RFP requirements are specifically addressed. The Offeror’s proposal should provide all the information that it considers pertinent to its qualifications for the project and which respond to the Statement of Needs described. 4.1.2.4 Each copy of the proposal should be bound or contained in a single volume where practical. All documents submitted with the proposal should be contained in that single volume. 4.1.2.5 Ownership of all data, materials and documentation originated and prepared for the Owner pursuant to the RFP will belong exclusively to the Owner and be subject to public inspection in accordance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Trade secrets or proprietary information submitted by an Offeror shall not be subject to public disclosure under the Virginia FOIA; however, the Offeror must invoke the protections of Section 2.2-4342(D) of the Code of Virginia, in writing, on the form provided either before or at the time the data or other material is submitted. As noted on the form, Offerors must specifically identify the data or materials to be protected and state the reasons why protection is necessary. The Owner reserves the right to ask for additional clarification prior to establishing protection. 4.1.2.6 State Corporation Commission (SCC) registration requirements: Proposals shall include the identification number issued by the State Corporation Commission as proof of registration or justification for non-registration per the requirements in paragraph 45 of the General Conditions and Instructions to Bidders/Offerors. Use the form included in the RFP to provide the Offeror’s State Corporation Commission Identification Number or justification for non-registration. The SCC may be reached at (804) 371-9733 or at www.scc.virginia.gov/default.aspx. Failure to include this form with the proposal submission may result in rejection of the proposal. Specific Proposal Requirements 4.2.1 Certification page and the return of this completed RFP inclusive of all required forms and any addenda, signed and filled out as required. In order to facilitate proper evaluation, proposals must be properly identified as to the level of school included in the response as indicated on the Certification page. 4.2.2 Location and Personnel: Location of the Offeror’s headquarters; applicable phone, facsimile numbers and e-mail address; location and name of proposed representative(s) and all photographers that would be associated with an awarded contract. Offerors should include the required references noted in 3.1.3 in this section.

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Offeror Qualifications: Offerors shall clearly indicate their ability to meet the Owner requirements for each/all school levels proposed for service. Offerors are advised to

RFP#49-21RC, Photographic Services, FCPS

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